Mrs. Wysong united with the Christian church in early womanhood and she has lived a model Christian life, giving her time and strength to help friends and neighbors whenever and wherever needed.

-LOCALS- Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Wood of Ottumwa, returned home Wednesday after being here to attend the funeral of Mrs. Chas. Wysong.

Mr. and Mrs. Elza Wysong of Oklahoma City who had been here to attend the funeral of Mrs. Chas. Wysong, returned home Wednesday morning.

-SIAM - Mr. and Mrs. Glen Johnson and family and Mrs. Harve Oxley who have spent the past month here are returning to their home in Axtell, Mont.

-ATHELSTAN- Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Sharral of near Maryetta, Kansas who were here for the funeral of their little nephew, Lloyd Gisbon son of Mr. and Mrs. R.H. Gibson returned home Sunday accompanied by Mrs. Gibson and two children who will visit relatives a few weeks.

-8 Oct 1925 Bedford Free Press

-ATHELSTAN - Mr. and Mrs. Ruben Gibson took their infant daughter,to a hospital at St. Joseph Wednesday where it passed away early Thursday morning.

The little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ruben Gibson who died at the St. Joseph hospital was buried Friday in the Athelstan cemetery, Rev. Wm. Hunt conducting the funeral service.

-CONWAY- M.F. Ward and wife attended the funeral of an aunt at Murray, Ia., Monday.

Mr. Ward came from Creston last week and opened a barber shop in Rusty Smith's old stand.

-1 Oct 1925 Bedford Free Press

-OBITUARY- GRANDMA REA- Mrs. Elizabeth Rea was born in Fayette County, Ind., June 17, 1830, and died at the home of her son, W.H. See at Peru, Iowa, Sept 17, 1925, being 95 years and 3 months.

In 1837 she came with her parents by way of ox team, to Black Hawk Purchase which is now known as Iowa. They settled in Des Moines county, 12 miles west of Burlington, where she grew up, and in 1846 she was united in marriage to John See. To this union seven children were born, 4 daughters and three sons (one daughter dying in infancy) In 1858 they moved to Madison county, Iowa, settled on a  farm near Winterset, and broke it out, and in the fall of '6l her husband died, leaving her with six small children. March 24_t 1861 she was united in marriage to Jacob Brown. To this union two children were born, a daughters and a son (the daughter dying in infancy). October 26, 1878 she was again left a widow and lived with her youngest son, J.M. Brown until I890,when she was married to A.E. Rea of Osceola, and spent 22 years of her life there. Mr. Rea died May 31, 1905.

In her 82nd year she moved to Sharpsburg to live near her oldest child, Mrs. B.F.Brown. Grandma Rea learned to trust to the Lord in her 12th year, and ever after that she felt He would keep her from all danger. She would often repeat Ps. 125:1,2. In her 21st year she united with the Baptist church and was a faithful member until the year 1871, she heard and accepted the views held by Seventh Day Adventists and has ever since kept the coming of the Lord very near. It was her delight to read the Bible daily, having read it through 49 times. In her lonely hours it was her greatest comfort. She was of a contented disposition and lived a day at a time. She loved life and wished all to live till the Lord would come in the clouds of Heaven and gather His Saints, but was willing to do or be what He wanted her to be.

She leaves to mourn their loss 4 sons and 2 daughters, W.H.See, Penn, Iowa, J.H. See, Osceola, Iowa, C.E. See, Lawrence, Iowa, J.M. Brown, Sioux City, Iowa, Mrs. Hannah Brown, Boulder Colo, Mrs Mary Polsen, Creston, Iowa; 33 grandchildren, 77 great­grandchildren, 20 great great grandchildren, besides a host of relatives and friends. Words of comfort were spoken by Elder H.H. Hicks of Nevada, Iowa, and we laid her to rest by the side of John See in the Winterset cemetery, there to await the call of the Life Giver, and May angels guard the sacred spot.

-OBITUARY- MRS. FIELDING WEBB- Sarah Elizabeth Child, daughter of Erastus and Rachel Foster Child, was born in Whitesboro, N.Y., May l4th, 1849. She departed this life at St. Francis Hospital, Maryville, Mo., Sept 24th,1925 at the age of 76 years, 4 months, and 19 days.

With her parents she removed to Oneida, Knox Co.,Ill., in the month of May,1855. It was while living here that she in early life yielded herself to Christ and united with the Congregational church. From that time on she has been a faithful, active Christian worker. — a poem -

She was united in marriage to Fielding Webb, November 28th, 1877 and removed at once to Bedford, Iowa where they established a Christian home and united with the Methodist Episcopal church.

To them was born one daughter, Grace Irene, who is now Mrs. D.W. Wright of this city. Mrs. Webb was a member of the Ladies Aid Society of the Methodist church, a charter member of the Woman Foreign Missionary Society. The Order of the Eastern Star and the Nineteenth Century Club. She was a faithful attendant of Sunday School and church services always being present at the Mid-week prayer meeting when it was possible. She is survived by her daughter, Mrs. D.W. Wright of this city and a sister, Mrs. Thomas Torrence of Monmouth, Ill., who were both present at the funeral. Other relatives present from a distance were her cousins, Mrs. Kate K. Kinninger and Mrs. John Webb of Colorado Springs, Colo., Mrs. Will Webb of Omaha, Nebr., Mrs. Belle Langdon, Mr. and Mrs. R.E. Talbot and an old time friend, Mrs. A.S. Stangle of Clarinda, Iowa. —-———-poems etc.—

Funeral services were held at the Methodist church Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock conducted by Rev. G.T. Roberts and interment made in Fairview cemetery.

-OBITUARY- AGNES MEIKLE GOODSPEED- Agnes Meikle was born in Mason township near Bedford, Iowa, December 26, 1878, and passed away from this life in Bedford, on September 21, 1925. The deceased grew to womanhood on a farm west of Bedford, the country home of her father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Meikle and on Sept. 16, 1902 she was united in marriage to Arthur Goodspeed and thereafter spent most of her life on a farm near her girlhood home.

Two children were born to them, a son, Robert F. of Bedford and a daughter who died in infancy. Early in life Mrs. Goodspeed became a member of the Morning Star Presbyterian church and was always interested, taking an active part in church and Sunday school. Her life was a useful one and an unselfish spirit manifested itself in her love and devotion for others. Those who knew her best will always remember her quiet and cheerful disposition.

For some time her health had not been good yet she patiently and bravely bore her sufferings. Surrounded by her loved ones as her strength ebbed she quietly and peacefully passed away. Besides the bereaved husband and son she leaves to mourn her departure, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Meikle, three brothers, John and Roy Meikle of Bedford, and Urn F. Meikle of St. Joseph, Mo., and an aged grandmother, Mrs. Wm. Aiton, and in addition to these a host of friends and relatives.

"Funeral services were conducted at the home of her father by the pastor and choir of the local Presbyterian church and interment given "September 24th, 1925"

-CARD OF THANKS- We wish to extend our heartfelt thanks to the friends and neighbors for their words of sympathy and deeds of kindness to us in our times of sorrow in the loss of our baby.         Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Lynch

-LOCAL NEWS- Will Grubb and his father, Jas. H. Grubb of Lincoln, Nebraska were called to New Market last week by the death of Mrs. Frank Burnham.

-Attorney Will Meikle of St. Joseph returned to his work Friday after being here to attend the funeral of his sister, Mrs. Arthur Goodspeed.

<Mr. and Mrs. Will Jones of Lincoln, Nebraska were called to New Market last week to attend the funeral of Mrs. Jones' sister, Mrs. Frank Burnham.

-Mrs. Ethel Grubb of Des Moines returned home Friday after being called here to attend the funeral of her sister-in-law, Mrs. Frank Burnham at New Market. She also visited here with her sister, Mrs. L.L. O'Dell.

-Fred Levine of Omaha came to Bedford yesterday afternoon bringing the body of their infant daughter who was still born. Interment was given in Fairview cemetery and Mr, Levine returned to his home last evening.

-SHARPSBURG- Mrs. J.W. Newman attended the funeral of Mrs. Frank Burnham of New Market last week.

-"Miss Allie Allen Blaine" We gather flowers from our garden to beautify our homes. God sent his messenger to his great garden and gathered a flower to adorn his great Eternal City. This messenger came last Saturday evening Sept 26, at St. Joseph, Mo and carried away the young soul of Miss Allie Blaine. So quietly it came and plucked the flower that loved ones watching did not notice its presence. Miss Allie Allen Blaine, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Blaine, was born March 22, 1909 at Bible Grove, Mo., and passed away at St. Joseph, Mo., Sept 26, 1925 at the age of 16 years, 6 months, and 4 day. She resided at the home of her birthplace until 12 years of age, when with her parents she came to Sharpsburg where she has made a multitude of friends. In 1924 she united with the Presbyterian church at Sharpsburg, and was just entering a great life of giving when she was called to a higher field of service. Her life was before her, her hopes and aspirations, to be conquered and we wonder why God took her away. He calls to higher planes than man can even dream of. Allie was preceded into the great beyond by a little sister, Alma May,and she leaves to mourn her parents a brother Ovo Oren, a sister, Vada Faye and her grandparents, numerous aunts and uncles and cousins and a multitude of friends made in her short life. Palbearers were chosen from her school mates here. Oma Knott, Merril Shoemaker, Francis Bicknell, Lorme Phalen, Wannila Knott, Clara Creveling were the ones chosen. School was dismissed during the hour of the funeral. C.A. Underwood conducted the funeral services here from the Presbyterian church at 10:30 am Monday morning, then going by train to Bible Grove, Mo., where the body was placed to rest beside her little sister, who preceded her some years ago.

-ATHEISTAN-Mr. and Mrs. Roy Weaver went to Sheridan, Mo., Tuesday to attend the funeral of their cousin, Miss Marie Winemiller, 19 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Winemiller who died Monday.

24 Sep 1925- Bedford Free Press

-INFANT SON DEAD- Delbert Leroy youngest son of James and Martha Lynch, first saw the light of day March 16, 1925 and passed away Sept 20, 1925, being 6 months, 4 days old. He leaves to mourn their loss his father and mother, two sisters, Dorotha Louise and Dorris Annette, one half brother Drexel Dean Thompson, two grandmothers, one grandfather, one great grandmother.

Services were held Monday at 2 pm, from the ME church conducted by Rev. Fletcher of the Baptist church. Burial was in the Bedford cemetery.

-WILLIAM BRUCE JARED-William Bruce Jared was born April 12, 1879, at Bedford,Iowa and departed this life on September 11, 1925 at South Hutchinson, Kansas at the age of 46 years and 5 months. He was the son of John and Harriet Jared, and made his home with his parents on a farm near Bedford until I898, when he enlisted in the regular army of the United States in which he served for three years, during the

"Spanish American war in the Philippines and in the states, having been discharged in 1901.

For six years he was employed in Oklahoma City, Okla., as a chicken picker for the Swift Packing Co.

Six years ago he came to South Hutchinson. During his residence there he had been employed with the Swift Co., Aaron Produce Co., and the Morton Salt Co.

On November 18, 1914 he was married to Dona Bonham, and she and their two children, Betty Jean age 2 and Louis age 8 survive him as well as a step daughter, Delphia age 14.

Besides these he is survived by an aged father and mother at Bedford, Iowa, two brothers, J.E. Jared of Los Angles, Calif., and Glen Jared of Bedford, Iowa, two sisters, Mrs. Amy Townsend of Bedford, Iowa and Mrs. Maude VanCamp of Los Angeles, Calif.

As a young man he united with the Christian church, later placing his membership with the South Hutchinson Christian church. Because of his active interest in civic affairs he was appointed as a Councilman of South Hutchinson to fill an unexpired term, then he was elected for a term of two years. He was exceedingly industrious and a man of frugal habits. He was a lover of his home and family and had a host of friends in South Hutchinson who deeply regret his sudden and untimely departure.

The funeral services were conducted at the home in South Hutchinson Sunday afternoon, September 13, 1925 at 3 o'clock, by Hugh C. Gresham, minster of the South Hutchinson Christian church. Those who assisted in music were: A.H. Montford, Robt Grace, C.C. Ledbetter, Misses Grace Bessler and Idell Ledbetter. The burial was in Fairlawn cemetery, Hutchinson.

Those attending the funeral from out of town were: Mrs. Florence Cockreham and daughter, Henrietta of Salina, Kansas; J.M. Cockreham of Salina, Kansas; Mr. and Mrs. Majorkurith of Salina, Kansas; Mrs. Frank Cale and daughter, Lida Mae of Enid, Okla, Mrs. B.A. Tibbitts, Miss Gussie Means of Newton, Kansas; Glen Jared of Bedford, la.

-SHARPSBURG- Word was received here last Thursday of the death of Grandma Wray, who died Thursday morning at the home of her son, at Peru. Interment was at Winterset, Iowa, Friday. Grandma Wray was past 95 years of age, having lived at Sharpsburg for many years, and was a faithful and active member of the S.D.A. church here. She was well liked by all who knew her.

-Willie Brewer and wife, Will Davis and wife and Mrs. Elliott attended Grandma Wray's funeral at Winterset, Iowa last Friday.

-GRAVITY-Little Robert Dean, small son of Mr. and Mrs. Will Cole, died last Tuesday night. Funeral was held Thursday morning at 10:30 at the Christian church. Burial in the Gravity cemetery.

-17 Sep 1925 Bedford Free Press

-EARL DICKINSON BABY DEAD-

The little two year old daughter Wilma Leon, of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Dickinson of south of town, died last Sunday, and was taken to Mansfield, Mo., for burial Monday. She had been with her mother on a car trip to Springfield, Mo., with the Shaddy family and they were returning home last Sunday when the little child died over about Leon, Iowa.

-BRUCE KEMPLE DIED MONDAY- Bruce Kemple died at his home in south Bedford early last Monday morning, September l4th, of typhoid fever, following an illness of about ten days. The news of his death came as a real shock to the community as he was a hale and hearty man, always feeling fine and a great mixer with his many friends. The funeral is being held this afternoon at the Christian church by Rev. Price and interment will be in Fairview cemetery.

Surviving him are his wife and one son, Donald, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Kemple, a brother, Harry Kemple of Sheridan, Wyo., and a sister, Mrs. Edna Fanning of Wolf Point, Mont., all of whom are here at this time.

Bruce was past 37 years of age. He has lived in this community most of his life and of late years had been devoting his time to buying and selling stock, and during the sale season conducted the Community sales here. His jovial disposition, his honesty, and fair dealing made him well liked and respected.

The sympathy of the community goes out to the bereaved widow and to the little boy who was an inseparable companion of his father, and to the other members of his family

-10 Sep 1925- Bedford Free Press

-FRED LEON KERNS- was born December 3rd, near Gravity, Iowa and passed away at the Iowa Sanitarium following a serious operation, Aug 31, 1925 at the age of 28 years, 8 months, and 18 days. His home during those years has been in the vicinity of Clearfield and Gravity, also three years being spent near Clarinda.

On July 17, 1917 he was happily married to Lizzie C. Brown. To this union were born three sons, the one being seven years old the day of his fathers' death, and the twins being five years old. Mr. Kerns was a kind and loving husband an affectionate father, and very highly esteemed in the community for his upright life. He leaves to mourn their loss a faithful companion and his three small boys. His father and mother also survive. Four brothers, Walter, Roy, Guy and Harold and five sisters, Mrs. John King, Mrs. Otto Atkins, Mrs. Ernest Huber, Mrs. Elmor Grace, and Helen sorrow in the untimely death of their brother. A number of other relatives and friends feel keenly the loss of a man so highly respected in the community.

The funeral services were conducted from the Methodist church of Sharpsburg, by Elder C.A. Sriven of Nevada, assisted by the local M.E. Pastor. The body was laid to rest in the Clearfield cemetery to await the call of the life giver. The high personal respect of friends was indicated by the large and beautiful floral offering.

-SIAM- The funeral of Chas. Cooke who died in Oklahoma was held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Mr. Cook spent the most of his life here, moving to Oklahoma in adte years. His body was laid to rest in the Siam cemetery beside his wife and daughter, Francis.

 

-DEATH OF CHAS. E. COOK- Charles E. Cook, aged 74 years, 6 months and 14 days, died at his home in Beaver, Oklahoma, Sept 2 at 9:30 am. His death came very suddenly and was a shock to the many relatives here. He will be remembered by the older people of this community having lived in and near Siam several years ago. The remains were brought to Siam September 8th and funeral services were held at the ME church at 2 pm the Rev. Osburn of New Market officiating. Interment was in the Siam cemetery. Several people of Bedford are relatives of the deceased and attended the services.

 

-DEATH OF LITTLE DAUGHTER- The little daughter Dorothy Irene of Mr. and Mrs. Swan Loghry aged 5 months and 10 days, died at their home near Sheridan, Mo., September 1st. The little baby was born near Nodaway in Adams county and the funeral was held at the church in Guss, September 2nd and interment was in the Guss cemetery, services conducted by Rev. Carpenter. She leaves to mourn their loss, a loving mother and father, grandmother and great grandmother.